Compaq Pro UPS 500 Operation And Reference Manual page 41

CAUTION: Do not initiate the self-test procedures while critical computer or
load functions are being performed.
IMPORTANT: For the Compaq Pro UPS 500, the only method of checking the battery and
circuitry functionality is by performing a UPS self-test on a routine basis.
Silencing an Audio Alarm
The UPS may sound an audio alarm to warn the user that an alarm condition
exists. To silence the alarm, momentarily press and release the TEST/ALARM
RESET button ( ) .


Figure 3-5. Silencing an audio alarm using the
TEST/ALARM RESET button (
IMPORTANT:
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While an audio alarm may be silenced, the condition that caused the alarm may still
exist. See Chapter 6, "Troubleshooting," for information on procedures if the UPS
detects an alarm condition.
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When the UPS is operating from the battery and battery power is nearly depleted,
the alarm cannot be silenced. This alerts the user to immediately shut down
connected equipment.
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